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by a searcher
in Wilmette, IL, USA

11mos ago

Cook County

Traditional solo search, looking for stable cashflows and EBITDA of $500k-$1M in the last three years in Cook County, IL.

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reply by an admin 11mos ago
from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Portland, OR, USA

Please repost this using our new PPM option and it will be easier to find/filter going forward ^redacted‌. If you're looking to get plugged into the Searchfunder community in Cook County, I would recommend editing your title to something more explicit like "Looking to connect with other Searchers in Cook County" and that's something I can tag for you. Please DM me so I don't miss it. :-)

reply by an intermediary 11mos ago
from Howard University in Denver, CO, USA

At RKJ Partners, we specialize in supporting independent sponsors and entrepreneurial acquirers throughout the entire buy-side M&A process. Since 2008, we’ve carved out a niche in the lower middle market, focusing on operating companies and target companies generating EBITDA in the range of $1MM to $5MM. Our firm acts as an extension of your deal team—proactively sourcing off-market opportunities, managing outreach, coordinating diligence, guiding negotiations and sourcing acquisition related capital. Over 95% of our engagements are on the buy side, giving us deep experience and a focused perspective on what it takes to close deals in today’s competitive environment. Whether you’re raising capital for a first-time acquisition or adding to an existing platform, we help you stay in front of owners and one step ahead of the process. If you’re an independent sponsor seeking qualified opportunities, seller access, and a partner who understands the nuance of your model—we’d welcome the chance to connect. Feel free to reach out directly redacted or visit our website to learn more: [redacted